Rahayu Saraswati Resigns from Indonesian Parliament After Controversy
By Anya Sharma | JAKARTA – 2025/09/11 09:16:35
Rahayu Saraswati Djojohadikusumo has officially stepped down from her position as a member of the Indonesian Parliament, representing the Gerindra Party Faction.The proclamation was made via her Instagram account on Wednesday,October 9th.
“With this, I declare my resignation as a member of the Indonesian Parliament to the Gerindra Party Faction,” SArawati stated in a 6-minute video.
SARASWATI is the niece of President Prabowo Subianto. She recently faced scrutiny after a clip from an old podcast interview went viral.
The controversy stemmed from her comments that encouraged young people to pursue entrepreneurial ventures rather than relying on government jobs.
SARASWATI acknowledged that her statement offended many, particularly young entrepreneurs. She apologized for her remarks and decided to resign.
Netizens React to Saraswati’s Resignation
“With this, I declare my resignation as a member of the Indonesian Parliament to the Gerindra Party Faction,”
SARASWATI’s resignation has sparked significant online discussion. As of Thursday, September 11, 2025, the keyword ‘Rahayu Saraswati’ was trending on X/Twitter, with thousands of tweets.
Many social media users have commended SARASWATI’s decision to take duty for her words and step down. Hear’s a sample of the reactions:
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did rahayu Saraswati resign?
Rahayu Saraswati resigned following public criticism of her statements regarding young people and employment.
What is the Gerindra Party Faction?
The Gerindra Party Faction is a political group within the Indonesian Parliament.
Who is Prabowo Subianto?
Prabowo Subianto is the President of Indonesia and the uncle of Rahayu Saraswati.
